Food Poisoning Outbreak at Jharkhand Fair: 175 Fall Ill

A food poisoning incident at a Mahashivratri fair in Jharkhand's Palamu district led to 175 people, mostly children, falling ill. Contaminated food consumed during the event was identified as the cause. Health officials have been monitoring the situation and treating affected individuals, with 22 still remaining under medical care.

An alarming case of food poisoning at a Mahashivratri fair in Jharkhand's Palamu district left 175 people, mainly children, severely affected. Health authorities were notified on Monday after the incident was traced back to contaminated food items consumed at the event.

According to Palamu Civil Surgeon Dr. Anil Kumar Shrivastav, the symptoms presented by most patients included vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. 'Food poisoning is suspected, but definitive conclusions await further investigation,' Dr. Shrivastav noted.

Health officials ensured that additional resources, including medicines and medical staff, were mobilized to handle the emergency. With 22 people still receiving treatment, continuous monitoring and care efforts are being actively pursued by healthcare personnel.